1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 2002 Ford Puma
To start off, 2002 Ford Puma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Puma weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Because 1984 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alpine A 310 | 2002 Ford Puma | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 310 | Puma |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |